Site Manager Position
We are looking to appoint a friendly, efficient and professional Site Manager to join our site team at Forest Lodge Academy part of L.E.A.D. Academy Trust. This role is essential in ensuring that our pupils and staff work in a clean, safe, and welcoming environment.
Working Hours
37 Hours per week, Full-Time position and worked as a split shift:
* 6.30 - 10.00 am and 2.00 - 6.00 pm (Monday - Thursday)
* 6.30 - 10.00 am and 2.00 - 5.30 pm (Friday)
Salary
NJC Point 14 - 19 (Dependent on experience)
Main duties include:
* Premises and operation leadership
* Compliance, health & safety and asset management
* Take a proactive role in the maintenance, management and cleaning of the school site
* Line Management
* Following all safeguarding, health & safety, and infection control procedures
We are looking for someone who:
* Is dependable, punctual, and takes pride in their work
* Has a good eye for detail and high cleaning standards
* Can work independently as well as part of a team
* Understands the importance of creating a safe and clean environment for children
In return, we offer:
* A friendly and supportive team environment
* High-quality professional development
* The satisfaction of contributing to the daily life of our school community
* The chance to be part of a forward-thinking Trust committed to excellence in education
Forest Lodge Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Benefits
* Pension Scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Travel Expenses
* Online GP Service
* Free Eye Tests
* Flu Vaccinations
* Access to Discounts
* CPD
* Physiotherapy Services
Qualifications
* 5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent (desirable)
* Good qualifications in both English and Maths (desirable)
* Health and Safety Qualification (e.g. NEBOSH, COSHH, etc) or willing to work towards (desirable)
* Current First Aid qualification (or willing to work towards) (desirable)
Skills
Abilities, Skills and Knowledge
* Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing (essential)
Experience
* Willing to undertake a range of training (essential)
* Experience of working in a school or similar establishment experience of managing budgets and budget monitoring (essential)
* DIY and/or grounds maintenance experience (essential)
Personal Attributes
* Have a positive attitude to personal development and training (essential)
* Be able to work in ways that promote equality of opportunity, participation, diversity and responsibility (essential)
* Recognition of the importance of personal responsibility for health and safety (essential)
* Have an openness to learning and change (essential)Efficient and meticulous in organisation (essential)
* IT literate and able to operate software (eg: Microsoft Office, internet) at a basic level (essential)
* Ability to absorb and understand a wide range of information and deal with confidential issues appropriately (essential)
* Ability to work constructively as part of a team, understanding school roles and responsibilities including own (essential)
* Ability to build and form good relationships with students, colleagues and other professionals (essential)
* Able to follow direction and work in collaboration with line manager, leadership team and the trust's facilities team (essential)
* Knowledge of a skilled trade e.g. Electrician, Carpenter or Plumber
Safeguarding Information
L.E.A.D Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
L.E.A.D Academy Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
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